2007 Ford E-350 vs. 1988 Lexus LS
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lexus LS would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1988 Lexus LS. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lexus LS.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lexus LS. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-350 | 1988 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | E-350 | LS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2820 mm |
